2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1993 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Statesman weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 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, 1993 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1993 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B3 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
