2010 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 2010 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408. 2010 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Alpina B3 | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
| Model | B3 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
