2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 169 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 780 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 8C Competizione | Coupe |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 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 | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |