2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 694 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. 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, 2012 Audi A5, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Continental | A5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |