1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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.
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1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Spider | Boxster |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |