2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 13 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 (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 625 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.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Continental |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 25.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |