2002 Acura RSX vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura RSX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1337 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | RSX | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
