2002 Alpina B3 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2002 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B3 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, 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, 2002 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B3 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Alpina | Rover |
| Model | B3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
