2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 4 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), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 875 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B3 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
