2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 4 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Alpina | Maybach |
| Model | B3 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
