1993 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B3. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 750 kg more than 1993 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B3. (260 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B3. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Alpina B3 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
Model | B3 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 624 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2590 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2743 mm |