2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
