2008 Audi S8 vs. 1998 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Continental.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Continental. 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1998 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
