2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1997 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1997 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B3 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
