1995 Acura Legend vs. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 12 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 128 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 655 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Bentley Mulsanne 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 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | Legend | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |