2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 85 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 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3 | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
