2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B3 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
