1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 502 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (800 Nm) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV 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:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | GTV | Continental |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
