2010 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche 911 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 911 | 2000 |
Year Released | 2010 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1311 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |