2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Q7 | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 230 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
