2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 9 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
