1982 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1982 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1982 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi Coupe | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | Coupe | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1387 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3066 mm |