2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 840 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | 156 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |
