2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 4 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 139 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 BMW 130. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2007 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 8C Competizione | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
