2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 396 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911. 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, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina Roadster | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | Roadster | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |