1998 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 895 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. 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, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 330 | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |
