2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra 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 285 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 310 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 8C Competizione | Calibra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |