1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Sidewinder would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 443 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sidewinder | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |