2009 Audi S6 vs. 1993 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 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 S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Bentley Brooklands.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 1993 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S6 | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 108 L |
