2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 911 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
