2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 8 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
Make | Alpina | Maserati |
Model | B3 | Gran Turismo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2056 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1353 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2942 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 86 L |