2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
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 GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental GT | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
