1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 22 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 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1235 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6. 2013 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alpine | Bentley |
| Model | V6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2746 mm |
