1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 164 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
