1997 Nissan Crew 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 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Crew 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 315 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Nissan Crew. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Crew | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Crew | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |