1970 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 31 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1372 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1970 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1970 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | 100 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
