2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang 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 184 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 202 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang. 2001 Ford Mustang 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. 2001 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mustang | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |