2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 144 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
