1981 Audi UR 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 UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR 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 (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR 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 UR 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 (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | UR | 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 94 L |
