1966 Audi Variant vs. 2001 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 748 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2001 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Variant | Azure |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2970 mm |
