2003 Acura CL vs. 2002 Alpina B3
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 1 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 98 kg more than 2002 Alpina B3.
Because 2002 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2002 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpina |
| Model | CL | B3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
