1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Alpina B 10. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 170 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | B 10 | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2350 mm |