2008 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2008 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 820 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.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S4 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1387 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |