2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi S3 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi S3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2001 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | S3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
