2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1993 Bugatti EB 110
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bugatti EB 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bugatti EB 110 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (553 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1993 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Alpina | Bugatti |
| Model | B3 | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 553 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 611 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 120 L |
