2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1985 Audi 4000
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1985 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 4000.
Because 1985 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 4000 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1985 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2550 mm |
