2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Audi S8
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1999 Audi S8 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B3 | S8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |