2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2000 Alpina B3 and 2000 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2000 Nissan Sentra, 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 (362 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B3 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |