2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (296 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 5 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
