2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Audi RS6. (580 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi RS6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2008 Audi RS6 (881 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2009 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | RS6 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4175 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
