2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 390 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 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 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Spider | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |