1991 Alpina B vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B 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 60 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 336 kg more than 2009 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
