1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | SZ | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
