1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1348 kg more than 1966 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Giulia | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 91 L |