2011 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 911 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
