2008 Acura RL vs. 1996 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 875 kg more than 2008 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 1996 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | RL | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |