2009 Acura TSX vs. 1995 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 14 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 180 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 632 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1995 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | TSX | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 717 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |
