2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 10 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 113 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |