2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
Make | Alpina | Spyker |
Model | B3 | C8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |