2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GT and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (444 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 888 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Bentley | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Continental GT | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4691 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
