2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 213 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 355 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 8C Competizione | E |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 9.1 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 | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |