2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1995 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Domino 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 258 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. 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, 1995 Daihatsu Domino, 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1995 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
| Model | B3 | Domino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
