2012 Fiat Bravo vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Bravo | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Bravo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
