2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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) has 192 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 8C Competizione | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2912 mm |
