2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Audi R8R
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1643 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1999 Audi R8R | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | R8R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |
