1988 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 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 252 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 204 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | M3 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |