2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (199 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 497 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (258 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B3 | ATS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.4 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |