2009 Acura MDX vs. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 26 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 28 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 466 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | MDX | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 106 L |
