2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1995 Honda NSX

To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Honda NSX. (420 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 843 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Bentley Continental GT 1995 Honda NSX
Make Bentley Honda
Model Continental GT NSX
Year Released 2006 1995
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5998 cc 3179 cc
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 8250 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2340 kg 1497 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2540 mm