2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Audi A8
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1996 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 89 L |
