1971 Audi Variant vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1971 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 687 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Variant | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2746 mm |
