2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | C |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |