2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (139 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2009 Alpina B3 | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B3 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |