1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1995 Porsche 928

To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 1995 Porsche 928
Make Alfa Romeo Porsche
Model Coupe 928
Year Released 1969 1995
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 5395 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 345 HP
Torque 190 Nm 500 Nm
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 100.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 52.2 mm 87.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.4:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 720 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 990 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2500 mm


 

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