2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 426 kg more than 2013 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3991 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2024 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2992 mm |
