2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 968 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Bentley | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Continental GT | 164 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
