1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2005 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Bentley Continental (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2005 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Alfetta | Continental |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |
