2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Laser 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 210 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Laser. 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, 1990 Plymouth Laser, 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Alpina | Plymouth |
Model | B3 | Laser |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |