1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1995 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 905 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Brooklands | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Brooklands | R8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1267 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2649 mm |