1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (250 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
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, 1990 Porsche 911 (309 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Graduate | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |
