2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 400 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Alpina | Rolls-Royce |
Model | B3 | Park Ward |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |