2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
Model | B3 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |