2000 Infiniti I vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Infiniti I | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Infiniti | Alfa Romeo |
Model | I | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |