1996 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1996 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1996 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | NSX | Continental |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2194 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1388 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2745 mm |