2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Volvo C70. (241 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
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, 2003 Volvo C70, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B3 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
