2005 Morgan 44 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan 44 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Morgan | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 44 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1790 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |