1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | GTV | Continental |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
