1989 Audi V8 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 785 kg more than 1989 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | V8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
