1970 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Bentley Azure
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100, 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1999 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | 100 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 6745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2970 mm |
