2000 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 7 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 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 875 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2007 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2750 mm |
