1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 133 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GTV | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
