1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP) has 178 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 905 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Turbo | A3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2578 mm |
