1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 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 134 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 635 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 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 A5 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Turbo | A5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 67 L |