2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental GT | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
