2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B3. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3. 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B3 | Arnage |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 363 Nm | 835 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |