2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |