2006 Audi S4 vs. 1997 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 1997 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1997 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S4 | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
