2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 5 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B3 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
