1980 Audi Sport vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Sport | Azure |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 6745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2970 mm |
