1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 331 kg more than 2010 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Bentley | Acura |
| Model | Turbo | MDX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 79 L |
