2005 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 872 kg more than 2005 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | NSX | Arnage |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 94 L |