2009 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP) has 295 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 551 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
