2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP) has 316 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 840 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Elite |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
