2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 358 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 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Alpina | Volvo |
Model | B3 | S80 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |