1996 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Audi A8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1990 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
