2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GT | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
