1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Continental | A8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |