2008 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 945 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.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
