1993 Audi V8 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 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 197 more horse power than 1993 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi V8 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | V8 | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
