2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
