1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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 (649 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Caimano | Continental |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3065 mm |
