1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 440 kg more than 2013 Audi A7.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A7. (441 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Brooklands | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Brooklands | A7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2914 mm |
