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 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 530 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 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 1404 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
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 | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
