2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2003 Audi A8
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione and 2003 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 184 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8. 2003 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2003 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 8C Competizione | A8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
