1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 13 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 415 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 880 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3. 2012 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 2012 Audi A3 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Hunaudieres | A3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 615 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |