1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 33 | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |