2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B3 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 95 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 357 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, 2002 Peugeot 807, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
Model | B3 | 807 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |