2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1989 Audi V8
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 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 148 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8. 1989 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1989 Audi V8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 8C Competizione | V8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |