2000 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2010 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 10 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 840 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 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (1,048 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2010 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Brooklands |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 1048 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3117 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |