1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Caimano | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |