2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster 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 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B3 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
