2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 760 kg more than 2001 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 2001 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 (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 146 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 4.5 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 | 1160 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
