1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Eagle | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
