2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1965 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 356 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 565 kg more than 1965 Porsche 356. 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.
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2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1965 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 8C Competizione | 356 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |