1999 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2006 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S8 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
