2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera 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 168 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 159 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B3 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
