1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
