1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Spider | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |