1997 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Bentley Continental
To start off, both 1997 Audi A4 and 1997 Bentley Continental were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4.
Because 1997 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (231 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4. 1997 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1997 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1997 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1997 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 421 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3120 mm |
