2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 166 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 92 L |
