2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2010 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 725 kg more than 2010 Audi S5. 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S5. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental GTC | S5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
