2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 470 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B3 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
