2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1999 BMW 323
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 BMW 323. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1999 BMW 323 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 8C Competizione | 323 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |