2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MRJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MRJ 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 230 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1995 Toyota MRJ. 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) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MRJ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1995 Toyota MRJ | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | MRJ |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |