2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 and 2008 Bentley Continental GTC were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Audi S8. (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S8.
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 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S8 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |