1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 164 | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |