1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 173 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Graduate | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
