1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Turbo would be higher. 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 184 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 750 kg more than 2011 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Turbo | A4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
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 | 395 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 65 L |