2007 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 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 296 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 318 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |