1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Caimano | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
