1999 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Bentley Continental GTC. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Bentley Continental GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 2578 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (881 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8. (705 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | R8 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
