2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 159 | 930 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |