1996 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Honda | Bentley |
Model | Civic | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1379 mm |