1980 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 547 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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 GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | 80 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |