1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer 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 38 more horse power than 2012 Ford Explorer. (290 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 183 kg more than 2012 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Mulsanne | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
