1996 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1996 Audi A8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 755 kg more than 1996 Audi A8. 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 90 L |
