2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 637 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Smart | Alpina |
| Model | ForTwo | B3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 271 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 63 L |
