2002 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 558 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2008 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
