1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 429 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1312 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | GTV6 | Exp Speed 8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
