2007 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 975 kg more than 2007 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2001 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 402 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
