2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 190 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, both vehicles can yield 450 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2008 BMW 645 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 8C Competizione | 645 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |