2011 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (415 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alpina B7 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B7 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
