2006 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP) has 311 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 440 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 567 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
