1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro 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 170 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro 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) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Quattro | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 180 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |
