1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 593 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS. 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS, 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 (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Mulsanne | XTS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 72 L |
