1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1968 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Spider | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |