1998 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, both 1998 Audi A6 and 1998 Bentley Brooklands were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 1998 Bentley Brooklands 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 1998 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, 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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1998 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2598 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2970 mm |