2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
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 @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Alpina | Smart |
| Model | B3 | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 33 L |
