2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 3 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. 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, 2004 Daewoo Magnus, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2004 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Alpina | Daewoo |
| Model | B3 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
