2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1978 Alpine A 310
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 310 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 252 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 516 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1978 Alpine A 310 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
Model | 8C Competizione | A 310 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |