1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | SZ | 993 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |