1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 463 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Spider | Continental |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 649 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3065 mm |