1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, 1982 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 911 (170 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 Porsche 911.
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, 1982 Porsche 911 (258 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm). This means 1982 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1982 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfa 6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 258 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |