2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (76 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (164 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1640 kg |
