2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 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 123 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. 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 166, 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (386 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | 166 | B3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 63 L |
