2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
