2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 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 5 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930. 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | D3 | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |