1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (881 Nm) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 75 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
