2011 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, both 2011 Alpina B3 and 2011 Peugeot 408 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP) has 212 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (240 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Alpina B3 | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
Model | B3 | 408 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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 |