2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Biscayne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
