2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1967 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1967 Ford Fairlane. (202 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 42 kg more than 1967 Ford Fairlane. 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 | 1967 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 8C Competizione | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |