1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 185 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 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 | 1170 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
