2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Lada 111
To start off, 2001 Lada 111 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B3 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 231 more horse power than 2001 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2001 Lada 111. 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, 2001 Lada 111, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2001 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Alpina | Lada |
| Model | B3 | 111 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |
