2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 Audi RS4
To start off, 2003 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS4 weights approximately 105 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 2003 Audi RS4 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, 2003 Audi RS4 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, 2003 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2003 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | RS4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
