Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 8C Spider 4.7 V8 (450 Hp)
Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione:
The Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is a sports car produced by Italian marque Alfa Romeo between 2007 and 2010. It was first presented as a concept car at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show. The name refers to the eight-cylinder engine and Alfa Romeo's racing pedigree. The company received over 1,400 orders for the 8C after the official announcement that the car would enter production. However, only 500 customers ended up with the 8C Competizione and another 329 with the 8C Spider, bringing the production total to 829 cars....(Read more on Wikipedia)
8C Spider Overview:
Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (8C Spider). With 480 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1675 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.4 s). The top speed reaches 290 km/h. A two-seater convertible designed for open-top driving pleasure. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 450 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 4.4 sec.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 15.8 L/100 km combined.
- • Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(8C Competizione: 2007 - 2010).
| General: |
| Brand: | Alfa Romeo |
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| Model: | 8C Competizione |
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| Generation: | 8C Spider |
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| Modification (Engine): | 4.7 V8 (450 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2008 |
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| End of production: | 2010 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Roadster |
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| Seats: | 2 |
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| Doors: | 2 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 450 Hp @ 7000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 95.9 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 480 Nm @ 4750 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AR8C More details about the engine AR8C |
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| Engine displacement: | 4691 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 9 l |
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| Coolant: | 12.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 84.5 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 11.3:1 |
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| Maximum engine speed: | 7500 rpm. |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15.8 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.4 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.4 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 290 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.7 kg/Hp, 268.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.5 kg/Nm, 286.6 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.2 sec |
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| 100 km/h - 0: | 33 m |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1675 |
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| Max. weight: | 1855 |
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| Max load: | 180 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 88 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4381 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1892 mm mm [2mm less] |
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| Height: | 1366 mm mm [25mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2645 mm mm |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2055 mm |
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| Front track: | 1590 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1589 mm |
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| Front overhang: | 910 mm |
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| Rear overhang: | 826 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 380x32 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 360x32 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 245/35 R 20 |
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| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 9 J x 20 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
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| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring |
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