1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | 2600 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
