2001 Audi AL2 vs. 2001 Bentley Continental

To start off, both 2001 Audi AL2 and 2001 Bentley Continental were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2001 Audi AL2. (75 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1550 kg more than 2001 Audi AL2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi AL2, 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 Continental (875 Nm) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi AL2. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi AL2.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi AL2 2001 Bentley Continental
Make Audi Bentley
Model AL2 Continental
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1199 cc 6746 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 421 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 875 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 2450 kg
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2970 mm


 

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