2002 Audi R8 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 R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 2338 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2008 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | R8 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
