2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Arnage | R8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 525 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 30.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
