1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 35 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GT | 356 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
