2003 Proton Impian vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Impian 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 404 more horse power than 2003 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 1380 kg more than 2003 Proton Impian. 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, 2003 Proton Impian, 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 880 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Impian | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
| Make | Proton | Bentley |
| Model | Impian | Mulsane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 1020 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2208 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3266 mm |
