2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 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 105 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 8C Competizione | 348 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
