1999 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 2 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B3. (455 Nm). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B3. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT 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. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B3 | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
