2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 12 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 (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 860 kg more than 2012 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Continental | A4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |