2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (363 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | |
Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
Model | B3 | Project Vantage |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 746 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |