1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 15 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, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Turbo. (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 500 kg more than 2013 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (549 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Turbo | A6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2916 mm |
