2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8
To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 526 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 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 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A2 | Exp Speed 8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 600 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 651 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |