1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 9 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), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 993 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 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Graduate | 993 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |
