2002 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Arnage. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2583 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi R8. (698 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | R8 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 96 L |
