1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 590 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | GTA | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 92 L |