2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
