2008 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1999 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
