2006 Audi TT vs. 1997 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2006 Audi TT 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1070 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 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 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | TT | Brooklands |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |