2000 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Alpina B3.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Lincoln | Alpina |
Model | Continental | B3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |