1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 25 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 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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 Arnage (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 2009 Bentley Arnage 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. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | GTV6 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 6760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
