2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
| Model | B3 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
