1996 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 14 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 (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1996 Audi A8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 765 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.
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 GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 90 L |
