2001 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Azure 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 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3, 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1996 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A3 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 108 L |
