2011 Porsche Panamera vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 23 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 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 Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche Panamera | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Panamera | 164 |
Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |