2008 Volvo S40 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 902 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S40 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Volvo | Bentley |
| Model | S40 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
