1970 Audi Variant 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 Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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 Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 762 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Variant | Continental |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 6746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2970 mm |
