1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 900 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Mulsanne | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2645 mm |
