2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 965. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965. 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 965. (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 965. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B5 | 965 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
