1962 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 718 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Consul | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |