2007 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Audi S8. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 755 kg more than 2007 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S8.
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2007 Audi S8 | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S8 | Azure |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |