2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2004 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | F430 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 4307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 108 L |