2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 295 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 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
| Model | B3 | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
