2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today 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 254 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B3 | Today |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
