2009 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Bentley Continental GT
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 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 530 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 GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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 GT | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |