2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotec |
Model | 8C Competizione | C 1000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |