2012 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 990 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 2001 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A3 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2970 mm |
