2008 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Bentley Continental. (380 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 717 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2970 mm |
