2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2004 Audi A6

To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 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 179 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.

Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 2004 Audi A6
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model 8C Competizione A6
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4244 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 399 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 300 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2660 mm