1981 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | 80 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3120 mm |
