2012 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, both 2012 Audi S8 and 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Audi S8. (513 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S8.
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 Flying Spur (750 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S8. (650 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi S8 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S8 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 513 HP | 600 HP |
Torque | 650 Nm | 750 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1976 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 3066 mm |