2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 24 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 91 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Q7 | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 108 L |
