2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Arnage | A8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |