1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Spyker |
Model | Alfa 6 | C8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |