1999 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod 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 127 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 756 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. 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, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Pod |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
