1970 Triumph GT6 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 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 340 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Triumph GT6 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Triumph | Alfa Romeo |
Model | GT6 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2600 mm |