2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B3. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B3 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
