1999 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2010 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 740 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |