2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Alpina | Italdesign |
Model | B3 | Nazca |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |