2007 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 544 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.
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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 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 Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 18.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |