2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B3 | A6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2912 mm |