1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 900 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 33 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | single |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
