1985 BMW 628 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 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 263 more horse power than 1985 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 BMW 628. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 628 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 628 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |