2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 292 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
