2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1993 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1993 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B3 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
