1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 1900 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
