2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2006 BMW 550
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 225 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 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 | 2006 BMW 550 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 8C Competizione | 550 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4880 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 |