1984 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1984 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 878 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 316 | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 316 | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3266 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |