1981 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 29 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1160 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.
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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | 80 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2746 mm |
