2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | B3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |