1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2004 Audi S3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2004 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2004 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 2004 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Hunaudieres | S3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
