1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 552 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo GT 2009 Porsche Cayenne
Make Alfa Romeo Porsche
Model GT Cayenne
Year Released 1967 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 4806 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 984 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 100 L


 

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