2008 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B3. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Audi A8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina B3. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Audi | Alpina |
Model | A8 | B3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |