1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 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 296 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 911 | 147 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
