2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | X3 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |