1999 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GT. (451 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B3 | GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
