2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Nissan Alpha
To start off, both 2001 Alpina B3 and 2001 Nissan Alpha were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Alpha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Alpha (301 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Because 2001 Nissan Alpha is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha will offer significantly more control. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Alpha. (359 Nm). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2001 Nissan Alpha | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Alpha |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
