1999 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 2012 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 91 L |
