1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1997 Bentley Continental
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1997 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Giulia | Continental |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
