1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | GT | Continental |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
