1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Nuvola | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |