1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 911 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
