1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo 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 324 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 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 @ 6100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo 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:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Navajo | Continental |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3065 mm |
