1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 155 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1210 kg |
