2007 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 4 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Audi S8. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 645 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 2011 Bentley Mulsanne. 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, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S8 | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3266 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |