1996 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 481 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.
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 Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S6 | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 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 | 1760 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |