2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tracer 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 220 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer. 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, 1994 Ford Tracer, 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
