2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Arnage | A8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |