2005 Audi S8 vs. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 22 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 (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S8. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S8 | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2410 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
