2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3.
Because 2010 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Opel | Alpina |
| Model | Vectra | B3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
