2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | B3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |