2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 400 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 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 | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 8C Competizione | Z8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
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 | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |