2009 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Bentley Turbo. (316 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 870 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1990 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |
