2006 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2001 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 421 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 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 | 1275 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
