2009 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 545 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.
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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |