1993 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Rover | Alpina |
| Model | 200 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
