1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 496 kg more than 2013 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Arnage | A8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 367 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2992 mm |