2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3.
Because 2001 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Alpina | Lincoln |
Model | B3 | Continental |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |