2005 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 544 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
