2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 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) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 70 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, 2006 Ford Bantam, 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
