2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 699 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
