2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | Alpina | De Tomaso |
Model | B3 | Bigua |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |