2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 254 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 2010 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
