1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GT | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 77 L |
