2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alpina B3 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 81 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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, 2004 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Alpina | Lotus |
Model | B3 | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |