1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alpine | Bentley |
| Model | A 106 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 100 L |
