2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 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 214 more horse power than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 8C Competizione | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |