2008 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2008 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | R8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
