2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 281 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
