2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | B3 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2415 mm |