2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Bentley Arnage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Arnage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 6760 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |