1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Spider | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 800 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2746 mm |