2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (444 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
