2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924. 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 Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | Roadster | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
