2012 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. 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 @ 6100 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Continental GTC | A6 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 567 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1405 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |