1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2009 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 834 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2009 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Alfa 6 | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 1050 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |