1999 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B3. (455 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 2000 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B3 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
