1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 930. (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 930 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
