1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 1995 Bentley Continental
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. 1995 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 1995 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Sportut | Continental |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 717 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
