2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1998 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 805 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 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1998 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B3 | Azure |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |