2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 300 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.
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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B3 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
