1966 Audi Variant vs. 2005 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 39 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental 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 2005 Bentley Continental 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 2005 Bentley Continental. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2005 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Variant | Continental |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2970 mm |
