2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT

To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Porsche 911 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
Make Porsche Alfa Romeo
Model 911 GT
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3589 cc 1970 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 305 km/hour 216 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.3 seconds 8.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 63 L


 

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