1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 719 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Mulsanne | Ram |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 98 L |