1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 133 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 75 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
