2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B3 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2475 mm |
