1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 920 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Spider | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |
