2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Audi S6
To start off, 2012 Audi S6 is newer by 9 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, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Audi S6. (414 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S6.
Because 2012 Audi S6 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, 2012 Audi S6 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S6. (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 2012 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental | S6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
