UK vs UK — 2014 vs 1926
| Mulsanne Speed | 6.5 Litre Speed Six Le Mans | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 530 hp | 180 hp |
| Torque | 811 lb-ft | 350 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 6,752 cc | 6,597 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 4.8 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 190 mph | 103 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 13.1 sec | — |
| Weight | 5,919 lbs | 4,032 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 3,266 mm | 3,505 mm |
| Length | 5,575 mm | 4,877 mm |
| Units Produced | 7,300 | 182 |
| Original MSRP | $335,600 | $9,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $200,000 | $8,000,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 9/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 2014 Bentley Mulsanne Speed brings more power, higher top speed, better value to the table, and the 1926 Bentley 6.5 Litre Speed Six Le Mans answers with lighter weight, greater rarity, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Bentley has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 2014 Bentley Mulsanne Speed with the 1926 Bentley 6.5 Litre Speed Six Le Mans highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 2014 Bentley Mulsanne Speed holds a clear advantage in raw power with 530 hp compared to 180 hp, a 350-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Bentley Mulsanne uses a V8 Twin-Turbocharged displacing 6,752 cc, while the Bentley 6.5 Litre relies on a Inline-6 SOHC with 6,597 cc. The 2014 Bentley Mulsanne Speed claims a higher top speed at 190 mph compared to 103 mph. The Bentley 6.5 Litre carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 1887 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 182 units built, the 1926 Bentley 6.5 Litre Speed Six Le Mans is considerably scarcer than the Bentley Mulsanne's 7,300 examples. On the collector market, the 1926 Bentley 6.5 Litre Speed Six Le Mans commands a significant premium over the 2014 Bentley Mulsanne Speed, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1926 Bentley 6.5 Litre Speed Six Le Mans rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.