2006 Ford GT vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | GT | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 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 | 1520 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |