2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2004 Alpina B3 and 2004 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 76 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Alpina B3 2004 Toyota Camry
Make Alpina Toyota
Model B3 Camry
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 325 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L