1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2005 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alpine | Bentley |
| Model | V6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2970 mm |
