2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina 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 188 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |