2008 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Brooklands. 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2009 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 774 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
