1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | RZ | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
