2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is newer by 2 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 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (591 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1550 kg more than 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro.
Because 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro. (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Nuvolari Quattro | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 6746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 591 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2970 mm |
