1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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 413 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1977 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 1977 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | GT | Continental |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
