2011 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi R8 | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | R8 | GT |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |