1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1795 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 735 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | GTA | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
