2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 159 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
