1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV 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 387 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 970 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV, 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet APV | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | APV | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3266 mm |