2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 432 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 Cadillac XTS 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B3 | XTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
