2012 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, both 2012 Audi S6 and 2012 Bentley Continental GTC were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Audi S6. (414 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S6.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S6. (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi S6 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S6 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 567 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |