2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 11 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 317 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Alpina | Lancia |
Model | B3 | Thema |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |