1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. 2012 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 75 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 67 L |
