2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (452 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Audi R8. (420 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Arnage | R8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |