2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | S |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3222 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |