2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1991 Alpine A 610
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 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine A 610 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 153 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 86 kg more than 1991 Alpine A 610. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1991 Alpine A 610 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
Model | 8C Competizione | A 610 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |