2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche 911 | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 911 | GT |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1311 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
