1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 50 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfa 6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 385 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 89 L |