2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Continental T. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Continental T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Bentley | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Continental T | 155 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1750 mm |
