1993 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Acura NSX would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1993 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1993 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1993 Acura NSX. 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX. 2005 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1993 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1993 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 2005 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | NSX | Arnage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3120 mm |