1993 Alpina B3 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 1993 Alpina B3 and 1993 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B3 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B3 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Alpina B3 (260 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm). This means 1993 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 1993 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpina B3 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpina B3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Alpina B3 1993 Toyota Corolla
Make Alpina Toyota
Model B3 Corolla
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 1762 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 156 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1020 kg
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2440 mm


 

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