2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 830 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B3 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |