2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
