2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | B3 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |