2005 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. Both 2005 Audi A8 and 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur are equipped with a 5,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 480 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, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 308 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 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 | 1995 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
