2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (250 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 801 kg more than 2008 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 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Alpina B3 has manual transmission. 2008 Alpina B3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alpina B3 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B3 | Express |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2421 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |