2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | B3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 89 L |