1999 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 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), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 985 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A4 | Continental |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |