2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Alpina B3.
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, 2002 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B3 | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B3 | Lumina |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |