2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 911 | 159 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
