1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1810 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1970 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1970 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Alpine | Bentley |
| Model | A 110 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
