1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | RZ | 928 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |