2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3. 2009 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
| Model | Camaro | B3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 426 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
