2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 915 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
Make | Bentley | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Continental GT | Alfa 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |