1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Eagle Vision
To start off, both 1999 Alpina B3 and 1999 Eagle Vision were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 131 more horse power than 1999 Eagle Vision. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Eagle Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Eagle Vision. 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, 1999 Eagle Vision, 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. 1999 Eagle Vision 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. 1999 Eagle Vision will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Alpina B3 | 1999 Eagle Vision | |
Make | Alpina | Eagle |
Model | B3 | Vision |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |