2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 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 162 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 8C Competizione | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| 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 | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
