1999 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 835 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.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S8 | Arnage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |