2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B3 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
