2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Audi TT
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 TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 (363 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2000 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
