1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 302 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1969 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | GTA | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |