2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Bentley Arnage were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 915 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 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Arnage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |