2005 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Alpina B3
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 AC Aceca. 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Aceca. (407 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1999 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | Aceca | B3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
