2009 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Bentley Continental T
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Continental T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Continental T would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Continental T. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Continental T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 870 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Continental T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 2002 Bentley Continental T has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Continental T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2002 Bentley Continental T | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | R8 | Continental T |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
