1998 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Bentley Turbo
To start off, both 1998 Audi A6 and 1998 Bentley Turbo 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 Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 610 kg more than 1998 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Bentley Turbo. 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 Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo 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 Turbo | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Turbo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 94 L |