2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GTV | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
