2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1965 Renault 8
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 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 8 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 352 more horse power than 1965 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 760 kg more than 1965 Renault 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1965 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 8C Competizione | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
