2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Because 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 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 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B3 | A5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |