1991 Alpina B vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 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 220 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (190 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 789 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
