2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 120 more horse power than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 8C Competizione | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |