1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 795 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 146 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
