1971 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | 100 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2746 mm |
