2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8
To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 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 439 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. 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 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (231 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 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 A4 | 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Exp Speed 8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
