2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
