2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 457 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
