2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 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 252 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B7 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 74 L |
