1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfetta | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |