2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 192 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 8C Competizione | SZ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
