2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | B 10 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |