2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2003 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2003 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2003 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
