1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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 50 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfa 6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |