1996 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 16 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), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 950 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
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 | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1387 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |