1991 Alpina B vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2110 mm |
