2001 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 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 197 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A6 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |