2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 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 6 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | Q7 | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4133 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |