2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 8 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 188 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B3 | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
