1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1975 Porsche 930 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | 930 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
