2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 9 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 200 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2012 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3. 2012 Audi A3 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. 2012 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2012 Audi A3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 8C Competizione | A3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |