2005 Acura RL vs. 1995 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Acura RL. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 613 kg more than 2005 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1995 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | RL | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 717 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 108 L |
