2004 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 7 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 147 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 945 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 1997 Bentley Turbo | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | NSX | Turbo |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2395 kg |
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 Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 94 L |