2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 565 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 551 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |