2005 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 938 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.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2008 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | NSX | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
