1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Alpina B 10. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B 10 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
