2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | B7 | 928 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
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 | 1960 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |