2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B7 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 92 L |
