2011 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 120 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Bentley Mulsanne | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Mulsanne | 120 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1018 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5575 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1521 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3266 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 51 L |