2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 583 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Alpina | Lotus |
Model | B3 | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |