2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 147 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 89 L |
