1994 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Audi | Alpina |
| Model | A8 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
