2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Azure | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |