1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 14 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 67 more horse power than 2012 Audi RS5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi RS5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 700 kg more than 2012 Audi RS5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi RS5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi RS5. 1998 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi RS5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi RS5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental | RS5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
