2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2010 Audi RS6
To start off, 2010 Audi RS6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2000 Bentley Continental. (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 392 kg more than 2010 Audi RS6.
Because 2010 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi RS6. (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2010 Audi RS6 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Continental | RS6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 572 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |