2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 766 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
