2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 20 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Bentley | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Brooklands | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 774 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
