2000 Acura Integra vs. 2003 Alpina B3
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2003 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpina |
| Model | Integra | B3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
