2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 7 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 66 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 8C Competizione | S4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2809 mm |