2004 Bentley Continental vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1371 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bentley Continental 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 2004 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL, 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL. 2004 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1997 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Bentley | Acura |
| Model | Continental | EL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2619 mm |
