2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Audi RS4
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi RS4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 2001 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | RS4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
