2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 632 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, 2012 GMC Acadia, 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B3 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
