1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 30 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) has 120 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 660 kg more than 2013 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Mulsanne | A4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2808 mm |
