2007 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 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, both vehicles can yield 480 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 330 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |