2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Audi RS3
To start off, 2011 Audi RS3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental 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) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Audi RS3. (335 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi RS3.
Because 2011 Audi RS3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi RS3 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi RS3. (450 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi RS3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 2011 Audi RS3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental | RS3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
