1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1967 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 Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Spider | Continental |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
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 | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |