2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B3 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
