2009 Audi R8 vs. 1993 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 871 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1993 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | R8 | Brooklands |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 108 L |