2008 Audi S8 vs. 1990 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Bentley Turbo. (316 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1990 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S8 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 750 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
