1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 127 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GT | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
