2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Brera | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |