2007 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 514 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 2005 Bentley Continental. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (651 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2005 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
