2008 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S4 | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 717 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1705 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2970 mm |