2008 Audi A6 vs. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 25 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, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (328 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 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 | 1970 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
