2001 Acura RL vs. 2002 Bentley Continental T
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 775 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bentley Continental T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Bentley Continental T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2002 Bentley Continental T | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | RL | Continental T |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
