2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B3 | Serena |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |