1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Spider | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |