2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 955 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | 166 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 91 L |