2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1992 Volvo 245
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 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 245 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 284 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 8C Competizione | 245 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
