1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bentley Mulsanne would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 701 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Mulsanne | Silverado |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 129 L |