2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B3.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
Model | B3 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 104 L |