1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 23 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 810 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2920 mm |
