2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2700 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Brera | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |