2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1421 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.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. 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 Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |