2009 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 276 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 20 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 320 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |