1996 Audi S6 vs. 1995 Bentley Continental
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 605 kg more than 1996 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1995 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 717 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 108 L |
