1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 232 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 Dodge CHARGER 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Mulsanne | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
