2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 4 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Alpina | Pagani |
Model | B3 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |