2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 869 kg more than 2006 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Alpina | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | B3 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
