1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 890 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 1997 Bentley Turbo 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 1997 Bentley Turbo. 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Turbo | A3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 55 L |
