1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bentley Mulsanne would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 24 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | Lagonda | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3070 mm |
