2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP) has 477 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
Because 2008 Ascari A10 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 2008 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | GT | A10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 625 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2636 mm |
