1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 164 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
