1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Carabo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
