2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 588 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GT | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
