2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Alpina B7.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Porsche | Alpina |
Model | 911 | B7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3823 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |