2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2011 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B3 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 77 L |
