2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Fiat Bravo
To start off, both 2009 Alpina B3 and 2009 Fiat Bravo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 212 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2009 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | B3 | Bravo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |