2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Emme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Emme would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Emme. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Emme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 822 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Emme. (354 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 8C Competizione | Emme |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 354 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |