1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfa 6 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |