2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Morgan |
| Model | B3 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
