2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
Model | B3 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4282 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |