2007 Audi S8 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 S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 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 (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2007 Audi S8. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 455 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.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S8 | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2194 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1388 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |