2012 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 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 306 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 959 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. 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 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental GTC | A5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1405 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 64 L |
