1999 Audi R8 vs. 1990 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1990 Bentley Turbo. (316 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 2408 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8. (705 Nm). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1990 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | R8 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
