1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | C 112 | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
