2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Alpina B3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. 2008 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
Model | 159 | B3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |