2011 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2010 BMW 335
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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 335 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 205 more horse power than 2010 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 880 kg more than 2010 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 335. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Mulsanne | 335 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 1018 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5575 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1521 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3266 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |
