2011 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1451 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Bentley | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Continental GTC | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2567 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
