2000 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Bentley Continental T
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2002 Bentley Continental T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Bentley Continental T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2002 Bentley Continental T has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Continental T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2002 Bentley Continental T | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental T |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2970 mm |
