2001 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |