2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 813 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 8C Competizione | Ram |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 713 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |