2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1993 Bugatti EB 112
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 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bugatti EB 112 would be higher. At 5,995 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 (454 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 326 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.
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, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 (590 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 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 112 | |
Make | Alpina | Bugatti |
Model | B3 | EB 112 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |