2009 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Brooklands. 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, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1995 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2970 mm |
