1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GTV | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
