1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | 90 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 717 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
