1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 146 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
