2001 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 4 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, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (396 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Turbo.
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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1997 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | NSX | Turbo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 94 L |
