1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2007 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 2007 Porsche 911
Make Alfa Romeo Porsche
Model 2000 911
Year Released 1989 2007
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1962 cc 3824 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 351 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1038 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 67 L


 

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