1999 Audi A2 vs. 1999 Bentley Continental
To start off, both 1999 Audi A2 and 1999 Bentley Continental were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Audi A2. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1999 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A2. (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A2. 1999 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1999 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A2 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
