1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Mulsane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 2030 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Mulsane 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 2013 Bentley Mulsane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari, 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, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (1,020 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 981 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari. 2013 Bentley Mulsane has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Mulsane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | Mehari | Mulsane |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 6752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 1020 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2208 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3266 mm |