2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 911. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 911. (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | D3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |