2000 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1999 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |
