2005 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 25 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, 2005 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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.
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2005 Audi A6 | 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |