2004 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M5 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | M5 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |