2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | B3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |