2001 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 701 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 Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
