1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 395 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Giulia | Continental |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |