1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 14 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 195 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 825 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 2012 Audi A3 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, 2012 Audi A3 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Turbo | A3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 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 | 395 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1570 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 | 60 L |
