2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Renault Zo
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Zo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Zo would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Renault Zo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Zo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Zo weights approximately 95 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Zo. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Zo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1999 Renault Zo | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B3 | Zo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
