1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |
