2008 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC
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 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 297 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1165 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
