2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alpina |
| Model | 911 | B5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
