2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Alpina | Caterham |
Model | B3 | Super 7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 36 L |