1999 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 14 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 150 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Alpina | Scion |
| Model | B3 | tC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
