2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1998 BMW 323
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 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 229 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 47 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) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1998 BMW 323 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 8C Competizione | 323 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 246 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |