2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 42 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 8C Competizione | CLS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 292 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2875 mm |