1993 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 20 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B3. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B3. (260 Nm). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B3.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Alpina B3 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Make Alpina Land Rover
Model B3 Range Rover Sport
Year Released 1993 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 2013 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line electric
Horse Power 250 HP 503 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 625 Nm
Top Speed 255 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 2590 kg
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2745 mm


 

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