1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 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 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alpina |
| Model | 993 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3746 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3211 mm |
