1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 46 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 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1432 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Spider | Continental |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
