2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 3 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 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 145 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 8C Competizione | 530 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
