1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 45 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1325 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage 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 | 2007 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Spider | Arnage |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 835 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 96 L |