1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 940 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Coupe | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 67 L |