2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 13 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.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Alpina | Mini |
| Model | B3 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 47 L |
