2008 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 525 | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
