2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Spider | Brooklands |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 774 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 104.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |