1996 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 925 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
