2007 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Alpina B3. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina B3.
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, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina B3. (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina B3. 2007 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2010 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ascari |
| Model | B3 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2636 mm |
