1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Alpina B3.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
