1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur

To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 499 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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:

1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Make Alfa Romeo Bentley
Model Giulia Continental Flying Spur
Year Released 1972 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 101 HP 600 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 750 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 2440 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 5291 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1976 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 3066 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 90 L


 

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