1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 35 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 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 437 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Spider | Exp Speed 8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
