1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfa 6 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |