1990 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | 100 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
