1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Spider | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |