2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1943 Citroen 15
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1943 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Citroen 15, 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1943 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
