1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B 10 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
