2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 720 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Spider | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 6746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
