1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Porsche | Alpina |
Model | 993 | B7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3000 mm |