2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP) has 404 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 952 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | GT | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 552 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |