1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. 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 99 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi TT, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Brooklands | TT |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2470 mm |