2008 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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 Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
