2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 6 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 4,244 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 183 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (216 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 8C Competizione | 125 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |