2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B7 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
