2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Brera | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3179 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
