1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1966 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 911. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 268 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Spider | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |