2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, both 2003 Alpina B3 and 2003 ZAZ Slavuta were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 251 more horse power than 2003 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2003 ZAZ Slavuta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 ZAZ Slavuta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2003 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Alpina | ZAZ |
| Model | B3 | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
