2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3 | AAC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
