2009 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 30 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | M3 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |