2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Pontiac Rageous
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Rageous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Rageous would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1999 Pontiac Rageous | |
Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
Model | B3 | Rageous |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |