2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane 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 261 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 8C Competizione | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |