1994 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 640 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6. 2007 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2007 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
