2005 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 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 2013 Bentley Continental are equipped with a 5,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 355 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.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
