1981 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 928. (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 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 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 928. (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 928. 2011 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 928 | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alpina |
| Model | 928 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
