2008 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1997 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | MDX | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 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 | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
