1969 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 525 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Capri | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |