2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 765 kg more than 2011 Audi R8.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Continental | R8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |