1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1997 Alpina B 10. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 55 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B 10 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2350 mm |
