1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 950 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GTV | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
