2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | TL | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |