1999 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B3 | 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
Model | B3 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 318 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |