2006 Audi TT vs. 1996 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 965 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, 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, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 1996 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | TT | Brooklands |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2970 mm |