2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 9 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 64 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000.
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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B3 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |