2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Brera | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
