1980 Porsche 930 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Porsche 930 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 930 | 159 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |