2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 145 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Falcon. 1993 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 8C Competizione | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |