2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bentley Mulsanne would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | DB9 | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
