1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1432 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint has manual transmission. 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Sprint | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
