2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 5 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 106 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 184 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 8C Competizione | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
