1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (218 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. 1994 Plymouth Breeze has automatic transmission and 1999 Alpina B3 has manual transmission. 1999 Alpina B3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Breeze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Alpina | Plymouth |
| Model | B3 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
