1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2009 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1988 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 2009 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Coupe | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 774 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3120 mm |
